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Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars with 407 reviews

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Customers are pleased with the Bamboo Tip Stylus's ease of use and compatibility with various devices, praising its battery life and the smooth writing experience. However, some users experienced issues with the tip falling off and found the price to be somewhat high. Concerns were also raised regarding the stylus's accuracy and the occasional difficulty with the nib.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    works great

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this to draw on my Ipad and I was at first concerned it wouldn't work but after using it and finding out it works fantastic im glad I bought this and didn't spend the 99$ for an apple pen picture im adding is something I drew I am not that good but its good enough for someone who hasn't drawn a lot.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    works very well for all my needs. I can use it on my tablets my cell phone and my touch screen computer

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bamboo Pen Difficult to Use

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    2nd time I’ve purchase this pin. I could never get it to work on my iPhone. I return the 1st Bamboo Pen for the same reason. I recently visited the store and ask a associate to demonstrate how to use the bamboo pen. The BestBuy Associate had difficulty at first. He worked with the pen until he realize you had to put significant pressure on the pen point and screen to use.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing pen!

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love it! Greats work for drawing and it's easier to use than your finger on tablets! I love this one and use it all the time

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Stopped working

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Was only able to use it a few times, before it stopped working. Starts off green and then turns orange before dying completely.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Laptop pencil

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Less than 17 days after purchasing, the tip came off making it useless. I’m not a pro member so I cannot return it, for defect

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life
    Cons mentioned:
    Accuracy, Tip

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not a Precision Tool but OK for Note-Taking

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this pen about a month ago and I'm happy with it (please refer to the next paragraph if you're an artist). The main reason I thought about getting a stylus is that I have to work on an iPad mini and the buttons on the app I use are very small. Even though my fingers are not very big, I would end up losing a lot of time by tapping on the wrong option and this pen has helped a lot. I also have to take a fair amount of notes and I was doing this with my finger; it gets a bit annoying after a while. The tip of this stylus is not fully aligned on the tablet's surface but I have learned to compensate for this issue and it works just fine. I have not charged it yet, even though I've been using it for about 12 to 15 days (turning it on and off constantly throughout the day). I have to see how the charging thing goes and will be updating you on this later. Recommended for taking notes and stuff that really doesn't have to be extremely precise (again, once you learn to compensate for the alignment). DO NOT BUY IF YOU'RE AN ARTIST!! Invest in something that will enhance your skills. I have doodled on the BAMBOO PAPER app and I regret to inform you (from an amateur doodler/artist's point of view) that if you're planning on doing detailed drawings, you're going to have to spend more money on a stylus pen that is made specifically for your craft. Minor design flaws that can get a bit old for some people after a while: The BAMBOO logo has disappeared because of the friction from taking it in and out of my pocket but I don't really care about that. If they want their logo to stay on, maybe they can think about engraving it on the pen but that's Wacom's issue, not mine. Also, it has a massive amount of space between the pen and the clip to secure it so you better have a thick surface for it to grab on to, otherwise, it will dance all over the place or fall constantly. I would recommend to a friend, unless they are artists. Hope this was helpful!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use
    Cons mentioned:
    Accuracy

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great stylus

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Stylus is easy to set up. Works great with my phone, tablet, and laptop. There is a little jitter to it and has a bit of a learning curve to use it. But overall it does what I need.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility
    Cons mentioned:
    Tip

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good for fine selection, not good for art

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall, I was glad that this was compatible with my computer and my smart-phone, and that it allowed for fine selection. It was really useful for texting and for certain apps, as well as certain games. It was far more convenient to use than my fingertips. However, when I tried using it in photoshop, I wasn't able to use it with the lasso tool. This device doesn't seem appropriate for when you need to select something and drag it, or at least in photoshop. It was not useful for drawing blueprints. The tip also comes loose a little too easily, and it got lost in my car early on. This stylus is great for getting the basic job done, and is a pretty good stylus to default to if you don't need something more specific. The average consumer will benefit from it, whereas a person looking to make a more serious investment should look into getting some of the more famous name brand products that push the technological envelope.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Pen For Android Tablets

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I remember the packaging saying that it could be used on both Apple and Android. It only works on Android and the nib fell out. It still works without the Nib. I use with an Nvidia Shield tablet and Autodesk Sketchbook, and it works great. I also use it on my phone, it's a very handy stylus, but a little pricey. I would see if I could get it on sale if I ever have to buy one again.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works with Yoga 730

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am not using the stylus for artistics purposes. My review is based on its ability to take notes. I can verify that it works with Lenovo Yoga 730. No need to replace batteries as this is rechargable via bluetooth. I download and installed the software from Wacom, charged the pen, opened the windows ink workspace and selected tips color etc.. No pairing needed.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Hands Down the Best Universal Stylus

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product is in my opinion with every penny. The ease of use, no pairing required, excellent precision are simply unbeatable in the realm of capacitive tip styli. I would prefer to see a USB-C charging port as opposed to the existing micro-USB, especially for the price. I hope to see this implemented on a future revision of this product. I would definitely recommend this for a friend (it was actually purchased for a client of mine with advanced stage Parkinson's, who needed a solid alternative to the rubber tipped cheap styli), and I'd purchase one for personal use as well. It is important to note the tip is also replaceable if needed. I also love the look and feel of this pen, it is very sleek and perfectly weighted. In summary, I absolutely love this item!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Basic and Almost Perfect

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this as a slightly less expensive backup to my 1st generation Apple Pencil for use on my 2nd generation iPad Pro 12.9" tablet. As advertised, it holds a long charge, has a nice fine point, without tilt, pressure, or bluetooth capability, so no surprises. My only complaint is occasional dropouts of signal between the stylus and the iPad Pro. This stylus uses RES (Reflective Electro static) technology, and I wonder if it may be my Zagg Invisible Shield Glass screen protector that is causing the glitches, but don't hold your breath–I'm not going to remove the protector to test my theory.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Responsive pen

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this for my daughters tablet and it works perfectly! Comes with a charger that plugs into whatever device you’re using for quick and easy charging. Comfortable grip and good battery life.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Satisfied customer 10 days so far

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve had this product for 10 days so far and I have no complaints. A full charge lasts quite a long time. Within these 10 days, I’ve charged it once more. Keep in mind, that I don’t use it on a daily and for hours at a time. For me, it’s a quick use here and there. It’s very handy when I have to sign an e-document. Given we’re in winter, I use it instead of having to take my gloves off and on. It’s also useful for writing quick and legible notes on my phone/laptop. So far, no issues.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Great but one problem

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a 5 star item. But one fault makes it a three in m book. The tips can dislodge and get lost. Not for rough handling or field work and entry. Aside from that ONE issue, this pen makes smooth fast work for me as a note taker that prefers electronic from the pen/paper choice. Worked on a Surface pro 3 and an android tablet. If that one issue was resolvable, I would give it 5 stars.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Stylus, 1 problem

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This stylus works on both iOS and Android devices. It works without pairing, but you can press the button on the shaft that will allow it to work with "problem" devices. The one problem is the nib. Sometimes the nib will fall out easily and is difficult to locate. When reattaching, make sure to feel for a click before using. I could only find replacement nibs on the manufacturer website. My son lost his not long after Christmas, I bought replacements, then found the original today. Luckily the replacements are inexpensive.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice stylus, sensitivity is weird

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this for my daughter and her iPad Air 2. She likes the stylus, but said the sensitivity is inconsistent, so it’s hard to draw with. She may have been spoiled by using my iPad Pro and apple pencil. For an older iPad or iPhone it’s a good choice if you want a stylus.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good for what it is

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great pen for just pick up and go. Little pricy and no extra nibs. I had one and lost the nib so had to buy a second one after. Has a rubber back to cover the USB cord that broke off easily with minimal use. While drawing it can be a bit laggy and not super smooth on the lines. But for any tablet or phone its great but will not replace proprietary pens that go specifically with their own brand tablets ect ect.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Compatibility

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great pen

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This stylis is great for our iPad and our 2in1 computer. Works amazing and holds a charge for a few days

    I would recommend this to a friend
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